This is a paraphrase off my blog, but basically, I was inspired by a recent post on Our Hen House to seek out a vegan/animal rights book club locally, when I couldn't find one, I wanted to make it happen. You want to make it happen? (p.s. as an FYI the TVA also has a book club as I found out later.)

A positive respectful space to share, read, learn, and talk about animal friendly literature and non-fiction. This could/would include:Advocacy

writings and exploring animal ethics through readingThe history of animal activism and movementsMemoirs of important figuresSharing animal friendly children’s literature (like sharing our favourite short books one month, etc.)This could also include reading books that are not pro-vegetarian/vegan, but ones that really challenge us. We can take it in whatever direction we want it to go.A place to learn from our readings and from each other.A place to potentially see things in a new way.A place to meet other people interested in animal rights and welfare in a relaxed social, non-academic, atmosphere.Just a few potential book suggestions:

From current works to classics, to anti-veg works, books exploring captivity, vivisection, and animal liberation movements, There is a lot out there, but here are just a couple possibilities, in no particular order:

We read a mix of non-fiction and fiction. The last few months have been more fiction, which hasn't been my thing, but anyone can suggest books so at our next meeting I'll definitely be using your list above to recommend some more non-fiction (I hope you don't mind!).

I've only been a member for a few months but we've read Zoobiquity, the White Bone, No Happy Cows, the Vegan's Daily Companion, and I'm sure I'm forgetting another one.

We meet once a month, have a potluck, and discuss the book. It's pretty low-key. There are usually around 10 or so people, sometimes less.

_________________I like my bagels like I like my men - big and covered with earth balance & nooch. - Bunniee